Purchasing Clerk - 1

Fisher-Barton Inc.

Watertown (WI)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Short/Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Wellness Programs

Team Building Events

On-Site Cookouts

Birthday & Anniversary Recognition

Job summary

Fisher Barton Inc. in Watertown, WI is seeking a Purchasing Clerk to manage material requirements, schedules and shop orders for assigned value streams, ensuring proper raw material and finished goods inventory to meet daily and forecasted sales.

Under minimal supervision, you will drive lead-time and cost reductions through supplier management, requisition processing, and predefined purchasing limits, with a focus on accuracy and timely follow-up.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment
Ability to use basic math to analyze information
Knowledge with computer systems and experience with Microsoft Excel
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for controlling the material requirements, schedules, and shop orders for their assigned value streams.
Ensure proper raw material and finished goods inventory levels to meet daily and forecasted sales requirements.
Drive lead-time and cost reduction goals through supplier management and job planning activities.
Requisition processing and predefined purchase limits with PO accuracy and order follow-up.

Job description

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Full Time Watertown, WI, US

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for controlling the material requirements, schedules, and shop orders for their assigned value streams. With little or minimal supervision, this position will ensure proper raw material and finished goods inventory levels to meet daily and forecasted sales requirements. Will help drive the company’s lead-time and cost reduction goals through supplier management and job planning activities.

You will do this by:

Level 1:

Entry level Purchasing Clerk type individual
Limited purchasing of Pre-defined parts/Part Classes
Requisition processing - Pre-approved by other Managers
Predefined purchase limits - Quantity limits
Purchase order Accuracy
Expedite orders
Follow up on orders
Track documents related to those orders
Have a basic knowledge of Ship to locations & Part Classes
Field Accounting questions related to those orders
- Maintenance Buyer
- Purchasing Clerk
- Entry Level position

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions.

You are the kind of person who:

Can work safely and efficiently
Is a Team player
Is an independent worker
Has strong attention to detail
Has strong organizational skills
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
Has advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, including solid Excel skills
Is proficient with ERP systems
Has the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing requirements, schedules and priorities
Possesses strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills
Has the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization
Has the ability to manage multiple and at times competing priorities

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment
Ability to use basic math to analyze information
Knowledge with computer systems and experience with Microsoft Excel
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Business or other related field from an accredited school
Experience using Epicor or (ERP)
APICS, CPIM, CPP or similar certification
Lean or other Continuous Improvement methodologies strongly preferred
ISO experience

Physical | Visual Demands:

Regularly walk, stand and sit.
Occasionally lift and or move up to 20 lbs.
Work is performed in an office environment, with regular exposure to the manufacturing plant.
Considerable time may be spent sitting in front of a computer screen
Manufacturing environment, loud noises.
Machine Shop

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location:

1040 S. 12 th Street | Watertown, WI

Shift:

1 st – Monday through Friday 8am – 4pm (flexible 8 hr. shift)

Benefits Package:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start
10 Paid Holidays per year
Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
Tuition Assistance
Wellness Programs
Off-Site Team Building Events
On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
Holiday parties
And more!

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.